Grenn and tan
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In my scouting unit whittling was a violation. And the scout manual says the same thig it did then. BUT - I have NEVER had to puch a hole in a belt. I do not whittle anymore - not since I was a scout. AND I have never had to whittle a tent stake. These are remnants of the scout manual that also emplored you to keep your axe razor sharp so it wouldn't bounce - maybe if you're a lumberjack, but not for splitting wood. Heck I use a ten pound wood bomb thats as dull as they come - splits wood nicely. Just a sharp axe is all thats required, no need to shave with it - see my avatar <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

As far as "slicing a bisquit" what would I need a sharp knife to do that?

ANYWAY all I'm trying to do with this thread is to say - YOU DO NOT NEED A SHARP KNIFE OR EVEN ANY KNIFE TO BP, and perhaps there are safer lighter weight alternatives that provide that same function.
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Jim

This in addition to the assertion that you also do not NEED a compass, first aid kit, cell phone, GPS, map, flashlight, or even fire starters. As per John Muir - a warm coat and a loaf of bread is enough. Everything else is just for your comfort level. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/shocked.gif" alt="" />